2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn LW would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 63 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Saturn LW. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW. 2009 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2005 Saturn LW has manual transmission. 2005 Saturn LW will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Ridgeline | LW |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 59 L |
